lifestyle

Runkeeper + Map My Ride.

Using the Runkeeper to record my runs.. because my Nike Thingy Majingy is not working!! (again). So instead of buying another one (sigh) I'm gonna use a different running device.. cause obviously I'm a very technology dependent fool to boost my ego and to push me.  I'd love to use the Nike system on my iPhone, but I don't have the iPhone 4!  (wahh)

This was my first run back with my hubby.
As you can see, I went at a very slow pace to stay put with Rudy. I knew he hurt his ankle prior and this is his first outdoor run since then. So as much as I wanted to speed up and leave him behind..I really wanted him to get better and train him to get stronger so I did not want to leave him behind. I want to train with him for our first half marathon (hopefully) in June 18.

We biked later that afternoon.. A nice relaxing ride.

 

Another 4.

Training Mode.
Decided to use The Nike Coach to help get my butt in gear.
Hubby and I will be doing a few races and plan to do the Half Marathon in the summer.
So I have my Nike Plus training me for an upcoming 5K, decided to train at an Intermediate Level. But today it proved to kick my butt. And why is it that we have a 6 miler on Saturday?  (wahh).

This is hubby and I before our 4 miler this afternoon. See our fake/forced smiles? Anything to help us get outside on this 20 degree, foggy, frosty day!

 

Haven't calibrated my new sensor yet.. this run was a little over 4 miles..
Tomorrow is a rest/run day.
Hoping to make it to Spin Class in the morning.

Week 2...
is starting off okay. But then again, it's only Tuesday!

Officially

Training!
Got a couple 5k's
And a half marathon ! Yup I've gone over the edge again ;)
And with some encouragement of other runners, I'm gonna do a half marathon in the summer !
Looks like my Nike training coach says I need to log another 4 miles tomorrow ;)

Taking it Outdoors (again).

ahh.. I love working out, outside!

We are slowly getting back on track with our workout regime after being sick this past week and weekend. And the best part is hubby is getting ready to head back to the day shift. (A whole lot easier to work out together!)

I really need to set down a solid plan. So I'm gonna start thinking...planning...scheming.  This weekend we'll start biking again.  I'm looking forward to riding bikes to the gym and lifting weights again. That way we tackle cardio and strength training. Must sit down with hubby and plan it out.

Next Race.

Alaska's American Heart Association's Heart Run..

 
It's about 7 weeks away.. I'm excited as can be :) I'm really hoping the hubby can take the day off and join me on this run.  I plan on doing the timed 5K and I will try to train for time and improve my 10 min/mile and hoping to get a good steady pace of 9'30 or less.

Switching It Up..

Now that work at the store is winding down to it's last days... I will no longer be busy during the days, which leaves me quite a bit of time to check out more classes at the gym.. well in my case, I think I may have to try all the classes ;) I can easily get dinner ready during the day and that leaves me open for some afternoon classes. So I'm looking forward to getting back into the Turbokick Classes, trying some Yoga, Spinning on Wednesdays, and Circuit Class too!  I'm quite excited actually to be at home with the kids once again and to have that extra time to focus on my family and me too.

Doing It...

I'm doing it alright.. and like a light switch, it is ON! That "fire" is fueling my lazy behind and kicking my butt back into gear! It feels good, you know what,  better than good.. freakin' great!

Originally I had plans to hit the gym with Erica at 5 pm, but the boys begged to go when I got home from work at 3 pm. So off we went. The gym was packed!!  You know what, the more the merrier!  The track was elbow to elbow, literally. But most people run short distances on the track, because it is so repetitive. But not me, I was on it to stay past 5 or even 10 laps.. try 30+  With my Nike Gadget, I set it for a short 3 miles (which seems like forever on the track cause it's such a small track) and stuck with it. Right after that I did my walk/sprint combos several times.

After my run, I went downstairs to lift weights and went a little heavier than I normally do, doing 3 sets of 15 with each weight and ab crunch. To my surprise the busy weight room did not bother me at all, usually I hesitate to go there cause it is filled with Airmen getting off work at that time. But I had a goal and I was gonna stick to it.

What I really need to do now is plan my weight lifting sessions and break them down to muscle groups. This fab new app, iFitness is so useful! It shows you the "how-to's" in weight lifting and you can log your workouts in. Super cool!

 

Sat. May 23- Sun May 31

Here's the forecast.. hmm.. It's been a lot cooler and have taken my workouts indoors. However I'd like to take that long distance run outdoors.  I hope to accomplish between a 6-8 mile run.

Saturday May 23 (work 9:30-2:30) Gym closes early today.
    Gym at 3:30 (prob with kids)

Long Distance Run today. SIX MILES. Wow.. I'm still in shock ;)

Sunday May 24 (photoshoot)

    Rest day.

Monday May 25 (off) *Both hubby and I are off.   
    We will workout together :) I think he's dying to add a long distance run in there. Shooting for 6+ miles.

Short run, 3 miles. + 21 Mile Bike Ride.

Tuesday May 26 (work 9:30-6:30)
    If the weather is as good as it looks, we will bike to the gym and strength train. LOWER BODY.

Rested (again).. My legs are still killing me from the day before.

Wednesday May 27 (off)
    11 am Spin Class (Thinking of taking my teen with me!)

Totally skipped class today. I enjoyed sleeping in till 10 am, the cool breeze, and the sound of rain.. ahhh

Thursday May 28 (work 9:30-2:30)
    Gym @ 3:30 Short Distance Run, 20 Laps.

Gym at 4:30 pm

Eliptical 3.5 miles, up to level 10

Run 35 minutes, 3 miles

Friday May 29 (work 3:00-6:30)
     Gym @ 10 am, If it's nice out, I will bike to the gym, Elliptical or Stair Machine. Strength Train, UPPER BODY.

Walked for about 2 hours this evening for the Relay for Life

Saturday May 30 (work 9:30-2:30)
    Hubby off, I really want to bike the Coastal Trail. Cross our fingers it's nice out.

Sunday May 31 (off)
    Gym @ 11 am and Bring the kids to the pool after.

May 4-10

Monday May 4 (off)
    Long Distance Run Day.

3:30 pm, Ran 3.5 miles, 35 minutes (windy today!)

Total Calories Burned: 648

Tuesday May 5 (work 9:30-3:00)
    Workout Outdoors (Cardio)

4:45 pm, Bike Ride 10.86 miles, 50 minutes

Total Calories Burned: 897

Wednesday May 6 (off)
    11 am Spin Class
    Strength Training

Strength Train Upper Body 20 minutes (till I saw Erica on the Elliptical!)
Elliptical to chit-chat, 1.5 miles
Spin Class with Erica :)
Total Calories Burned: 1180

Thursday May 7 (2:30-6:30)
    10 am Workout with hubby. Plan to ride bike to the gym, elliptical, free weights

Bike ride, 10 miles

Total calories burned: 460

Friday May 8 (off)
    Workout Outdoors. (Cardio)
    Gym in the evening with kids to Strength Train.

Not feeling good, but did an easy workout.

Elliptical Trainer, 3.5 miles, 30 minutes, speed varies from 6.0-8.0

Start at level 1= 5 minutes

Level 5= 5 minutes

Level 7= 10 minutes

Level 8= 10 minutes

Calories Burned: 485

Saturday May 9 (off)

Today is the 5K, Salmon Run.. but not sure if Hubby has time off yet. Want to do it together, as this would be our first 5K
Decided to not do it, not feeling good :( Signing up for the one in June instead.

Sunday May 10 (off)
    10 am Gym.. run track. It's been a while.

April 27-May 3

A new week and we are getting ready to start May! I love to write down my schedule.. it gives me a plan and something to look forward to.

I'm not sure what the weather will be like just yet.. I will find the forecast and plan around it too. I love a good run outdoors and would love to throw that in there.  And I would love to Bike Ride to the other side of base too.  A part of my goal this week!

Monday April 27 (off and hubby off too)

Long Distance Run Mondays!

This as you know was a great day.. TRIUMPH! I had thee best RUN up to date!  I am even more excited of what's to come. I'm still at an all time high.. thinking.. If I can do this?  What will I be able to do next month?  Possibilities are endless!
Calories Burned from 25 minutes of running: 868
Calories Burned from Weight Lifting/Crunches: 367
Total Calories Burned: 1235

Tuesday April 28 (work 9:30-2:30)

Depending on the day, I would LOVE to take my exercises outdoors. But if not, I will plan to go to the gym after the kids go to bed, 9 pm

Went to work, came home, and then just lounged. Felt tired already. Waking up at 6 am, getting the kids ready to school, and then getting myself off to work. I thought of every reason to not do anything. But the weather was just gorgeous! I could not resist, a nice run outdoors.
So I had a good run yesterday, but then I wondered if I could have a good run again. Didn't think it would be possible. But it was! I said I'd only run a mile or 2 since I did so much yesterday. But I kept going and went further than I had planned. What I didn't account for was a water break! So.. on my way back, I made a drink-stop to Steph's house. (Surprise! LOL) If she wasn't home, my next move would be to ask her neighbors :) I felt really good on this run, I stayed at a steady pace the entire time, only stopping for stop lights and getting my water break :) I really enjoyed the feel of the pavement, the fresh air, and the scenery most of all!
Calories Burned: 929

*I really wanted to bring my camera on my run, but no pockets in this sweater! I will next time, it was just a gorgeous day!!

Wednesday April 29 (off)

Spin Class Wednesdays @ 11 am.

Spin class is always awesome! I get a kick out of just being there and seeing the same group of "cyclists" every week. My instructor, Ms. Heather is just amazing. I love how she gets on there and bikes with us, even though she attended the 6 am class and did an 9 am Muscle Toning Class. She rocks!
Calories burned: 969

A late night bike ride just hubby and I. Went out around 8pm.
Calories Burned: 589

Total Calories Burned today: 1558

Thursday April 30 (off, but a 5:30 pm class at the store).

Gym in the morning.
Elliptical 45 minutes
Strength Training 45 minutes.

Just relaxed most of the day, getting some sun, and read my book.
Went for a late night bike ride with the hubby, 10 miles, using map-my-ride
Total Calories Burned: 656

Friday May 1 (off, field trip to the zoo with Izzy and dinner with the ladies!)

I think this may have to be my OFF day :)  We are going to get our SEXY on :)

Rest Day.

Saturday May 2 (off, really? I will probably visit the store for Nat'l Scrapbook Day!)

I will plan for a good work out in the afternoon.
Strength Training.

Ran 3 miles with the hubby, stayed at a steady pace.
Bike Ride (estimated 3 miles?)
Total Calories Burned: 882

Sunday May 3 (Hubby and I Home:)

Elipitical or Stair Thingy-ma-bobber :)